Autumn: A Foretaste of Heaven with Glimpses of God's Glory
Welcome to the Hope in Jesus Blog
Whether you are exploring the Christian faith or developing your walk with Christ, this blog shares the hope I have in Jesus.
It also guides readers towards a local church community, where faith can be explored alongside other Christians.
My reflections are often inspired by the changing seasons, with autumn being my favourite. As the colours deepen and the landscape transforms, I am reminded that the God who created such beauty continues to guide and sustain us today.
You can learn more in the reflections below and discover what your local church has to offer at;
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Mary Rathbone – Editor – Hope in Jesus Blog
The Search for Something Real: Substitutes and False Gods
Why do we settle for substitutes when God offers something far greater? Exploring the golden calf, the wedding banquet, and the God who keeps inviting us back.
A Reflection for Those Exploring Faith
We all search for happiness, purpose and peace. But are we looking in the right places? A gentle exploration of faith, longing and God.
Harvest Sunday 2026
Once we truly see God’s abundance, gratitude becomes the only natural response.
Isaiah 60 : Rise and Shine
To Rise is to say no to despair – even in the darkest moments.
To Shine is to live generously – even when it costs us something precious.
Psalm 139 : How God knows each one of us individually
Psalm 139 promises that God’s knowledge of each one of us, is not general but personal, not distant but intimate.
Jesus, Healer of the Whole Person : Luke 4:38–44
Medicine, therapy and prayer are not competitors – all work together, but it is only Christ who can heal our innermost core – our soul.
